New Music

The Siege – “Duplicate”

November 8, 2016

Drumline percussion, lion roars, and junkyard flows make The Siege’s “Duplicate” a perfect hype-up track. The Siege is a SoCal hip hop duo consisting of Taz Conley on the mic and Riley Taylor making things happen behind the scenes. Riley’s production has the aforementioned excitedness, but is also built around a dope country-western guitar plucks. On the mic, Taz is dynamic in what he can touch on. The front half of the track is heavy on punchlines, but the tone changes with a beat flip to close out the song, and Taz gets introspective regarding his relationships (“they say that forgiveness is freedom”). It’s a dope track in all aspects, check it out below.

Jasn – “L to the Head”

November 5, 2016

Jasn’s “L to the Head” is a tight two minute declaration of skill. The rapper (with a assist from some dope Moberg production) is confident and in-your-face regarding his status. “I am I, and you are you.” Even without context that burns. He knows the power of succinctness (“I speak less but I’ve been forming better statements.”) and when to throw some words around. There’s an ultra dope “presence/blessing/delicatessen” rhyme scheme in minute two that any fan of lyricism needs to check out. Give it a listen below.

Quadie Diesel – “Mr. Feeny” (D.R.A.M. Remixx)

November 5, 2016

Quadie Diesel has a hit on his hands with “Mr. Feeny.” Everyone’s favorite Boy Meets World character (Sorry, Topanga) is at the center of the track, as Quadie’s clientele of fiends makes him feel like the John Adams High School teacher and Cory Matthews mentor. It’s a silly anthem, but one so memorable that a replay is necessary immediately after the first listen. This slapping song kills the chorus too, with the trap-flavored hook “I got fiends I think I’m Mr. Feeny.” Already having one of the best 2016s of anyone in the game, the lovable D.R.A.M. hops on this track and more than delivers with his charismatic flow and puppy-dog charm. The beat’s got a bizarre melody not unlike Lil Yachty’s “Minnesota.” Give it a listen below while you queue up Boy Meets World.

Manzo – “Venice”

November 5, 2016

Milwaukee’s Manzo has his eyes set west on his second release “Venice.” The track details his emotions during transitional periods and jobs while pursuing his music career. It’s not all glamorous, but there’s a give and take, Manzo describes with “spent my last paycheck on groceries, Dulce, and a muhfuckin’ gold chain.” “Venice” has an excited drum pattern with some strong, sustained horns. It’s a great landscape for Manzo to lay out his path, and he takes off with it. Give it a listen below.

Cliz – “Class Is In Session”

November 5, 2016

Cliz’s “Class is in Session” is a controversial, fiery take on the true value of a college education. For a creative like Cliz, it’s necessary to beg the question “how do you tell me that I need a master’s or bachelor’s when I’ve already mastered what I want to become on this Earth?” He stands up to the narrative that successful people need to go to four years of college, and challenges the logic of making a lifetime financial commitment when you’re a naive 18-year-old. Cliz doesn’t  condemn it all, but he’s adding quality insight to the conversation. Give it a listen below.

E-Pro – “Jam Bands Ruined Your Life”

November 5, 2016

Upstate NY’s E-Pro has whittled together a hilarious song and accompanying video for his Joke Rogan single “Jam Bands Ruined Your Life.” The rapper spins the tale of an impressionable freshman who did acid with his new friends at college and ended up being the biggest Grateful Deal fan you’ve ever met. He’s relentless, and informed with his roasts namedropping notable psychedelic pioneers like the line “Even Terrance McKenna thinks you’re retarded.” It’s a fun, hilarious story about someone we all know, with the badass ending “Moral of the story: You don’t gotta be this kid, you could listen to boom bap rap like E-Pro did.” Check it out below and more from E-Pro on the Joke Rogan project.

Magic Bronson – “What A Week”

November 3, 2016

LA’s Magic Bronson impressed us when we heard the smooth pulse of “What A Week.” His latest single is sexy and mysterious, blending a stuttering backbeat, with pulsating synth bursts and distant, washy vocals. Plus, if you let out a deep, long sigh of relief at the end of a tough week, you can surely relate to this one. Bronson has a distinct flavor that would appeal to fans of Alt-J, Phantogram, or Gnarls Barkley. Snag it from iTunes if you dig it. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/288903624″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Holy Fawn – “Reykur”

November 3, 2016

Three adjectives to describe Holy Fawn‘s latest single, “Reykur:” swelling, anthemic, and a little off-kilter (in a good way). This Phoenix quartet boasts a sky-high vocalist, swirling math rock sentiment, and overwhelming post-rock ambience. All in all, it’s a really cool listen. Fans of Animal Collective, DIIV, or Deerhoof will dig Holy Fawn. “Reykur” is available via Bandcamp for a “pay what you want” rate. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/286099059″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Hippo Campus – “Boyish”

November 3, 2016

Hippo Campus put out a song we’ve been digging lately. “Boyish” is an upbeat jam with a youthful, alternative-rock energy. About the song, Hippo Campus says, “There’s a moment in growing up when it becomes clear that the road you walk is your own to cultivate…” “Boyish” deals with confronting the ghosts of your pasts. For fans of Coheed and Cambria, Mute Math, or Young The Giant. You can buy “Boyish” on iTunes if you dig it.

Deep Sea Arcade – “Learning To Fly”

November 3, 2016

Deep Sea Arcade is a duo from Sydney, Australia who just released their first new music in four years. Lead single “Learning To Fly” is a psychedelic-pop journey, combining Casio-tone strings with droning acoustic guitar strums and dreamy vocals. Fans of MGMT, Flaming Lips, or Scissor Sisters will feel right at home. Check ’em out on Spotify too. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/286937211″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

YJY – “Past My Prime”

October 30, 2016

YJY are a group of fuzz rockers with a charming new single, “Past My Prime.” If anyone else is lamenting their 10-year high school reunion, you might be able to relate to this one. “Past My Prime” reminds us all that (for some of us), high school was the best time of our lives. They do this via music video which highlights their cheeky lyrics and fuzzy, surfy guitar-pop. Fans of Wavves, Cloud Nothings, or Modern Baseball will dig it. Their latest, The Same Noise, is out now via Bandcamp.

Wildhart – “Shake Off”

October 30, 2016

Swedish trio Wildhart is tough to pin down, but that’s why we’re digging their latest track “Shake Off.” Their effervescent pop is jazzy with a touch of electronica. Though it doesn’t smart of traditional pop songwriting, Wildhart is one of those bands that simmers alongside of you. Comparisons include: Warpaint, Grace Potter, or Dum Dum Girls. Send Wildhart some love and visit them on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/287123516″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Pronoun – “A Million Other Things”

October 30, 2016

Self-professed emo-kid pronoun is an indie-popper who we’ve been digging lately. “A Million Other Things” is the result of a few late night sessions spent holed in her Brooklyn apartment. We especially liked her use of hushed vocals and straightforward indie vibes. Pronoun sounds a bit like Tegan and Sara, Metro Station, or Say Hi. Check Pronoun out on iTunes… Her debut EP will be out Nov. 18th. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283847843″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Lunacre – “[Re]Cycle”

October 29, 2016

Schtum. It’s just one of those words that you want to say over and over. It’s the new offering from Lunacre, and we think their new single “[Re]Cycle” begs repeated listens as well. This song is a slow-burner all around, highlighting a simmering drum beat and far-off “ooohs.” Fans of HRVRD, From Indian lakes, or Local Natives will feel right at home. Find out more about Lunacre here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/287443965″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Astral Cloud Ashes – “Housing In A Bubble”

October 29, 2016

Last time we checked in with Astral Cloud Ashes, we were touting their debut “Get Real.” He (Antony Walker to be exact) caught our attention again with his latest alt-rock blitz, “Housing In A Bubble.” Unsurprisingly, the song is about the failures of capitalism and the affordability of housing in both the US and the UK. Preach, Walker! We think fans of Modern Baseball or Against Me! would dig this tune. You can buy Astral Cloud Ashes’ stuff on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/286170603″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]